MAKKAH — On the eve of the Islamic New Year, preparations have begun to replace the Kiswa (cover) of the Holy Kaaba. Islam’s holiest shrine will be adorned with the new Kiswa on Tuesday morning, the first day of Muharram, 1448 AH. The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, represented by the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaaba Kiswa, has started on Monday night the process of replacing the Kiswa such as removing the gold-embroidered ornaments, decorative elements, lamps, and other embellishments attached to the Kiswa, as well as…
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Riyadh — Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court announced on Monday that Tuesday, June 16, will be the first day of Muharram 1448 AH, marking the beginning of the Islamic New Year. “This decision follows the sighting of the new crescent moon on Monday evening,” the court said in a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency. Fasting on the Day of Ashura (Muharram 10) will be on Thursday, June 25. The Crescent Sighting Committee at the Supreme Court reviewed reports received from various courts across the Kingdom regarding testimonies of the sighting of the crescent moon of Muharram on the evening…
The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wrth) highlighted the traditional arts embodied in the making of the Holy Kaaba’s Kiswa, coinciding with the Kiswa replacement ceremony at the beginning of the new Hijri year 1448 AH, through an enriching digital campaign that explored the artistic and aesthetic elements that have, for decades, formed part of the identity of this longstanding Islamic tradition. The campaign showcased several traditional arts associated with the Holy Kaaba’s Kiswa, most notably the art of hand embroidery used in the Quranic verses and decorative motifs crafted with gold and silver threads, in addition to Arabic calligraphy…
PARIS — The Saudi pavilion was officially inaugurated at Eurosatory 2026, the Global Event for Defense and Security, in Paris on Monday. The General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) is organizing the pavilion from June 15 to 19, with participation of 10 Saudi entities from the public and private sectors. The exhibition convenes leading defense and security industry leaders from around the world, providing a platform to strengthen partnerships, exchange expertise, and showcase Saudi Arabia’s industrial and service capabilities across the military industries sector, according to a press statement issued by the GAMI. Governor of the GAMI Eng. Ahmad Al-Ohali…
RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Monday a phone call from Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi. During the call, the ministers reviewed the latest regional developments. They also discussed issues of mutual interest. Source: Saudi Gazette
The Higher Organizing Committee of the Saudi International Exhibition for Artificial Intelligence, Technology, and Digital Innovation, held under the theme “Saudi Makes Future,” has announced its official participation in WMF 2026 in Bologna, Italy, from June 24 to 26, 2026, as part of its international promotion and preparation campaign for the Riyadh edition scheduled for December 2026. This strategic participation aims to strengthen the international profile of Saudi Makes Future 2026 and position Riyadh as a leading regional destination for artificial intelligence, advanced technologies, digital innovation, entrepreneurship, and future-focused investment opportunities. The Riyadh edition is scheduled to take place from…
Could managing diabetes and other metabolic conditions help alter the course of Alzheimer’s disease before memory loss even begins? Researchers in Dubai are set to launch a 500-person study to investigate whether improving metabolic health can influence levels of pTau217, a blood biomarker associated with Alzheimer’s disease, among residents aged 55 and older who are at elevated metabolic risk. The initiative, led by Metabolic (formerly GluCare.Health) in collaboration with Roche, will recruit UAE residents with at least one metabolic condition, including diabetes, obesity, hypertension or dyslipidaemia. Participants with an existing diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, major neurodegenerative disorders, stroke or traumatic…
RIO DE JANEIRO — Two helicopters collided in mid-air over the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday morning, killing all six people on board. US singer Oliver Tree, 32, and Argentine YouTuber Gaspar Prim, known online as Gaspi, 23, were among the dead. Rio de Janeiro’s Military Fire Department said that one of the helicopters crashed on the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire that was extinguished. The collision occurred at around 09:00 local time (14:00 CEST) above the Recreio dos Bandeirantes neighborhood in the city’s southwest. One of…
As the UAE strengthens its position as a global hub for tourism, hospitality, exhibitions, and mega-events, OMODA & JAECOO is showcasing how its advanced AI ecosystem — from AiMOGA humanoid robots to the upcoming VPD (Valet Parking Driver), also known as SIP (Super Intelligent Parking) technology — could shape the next generation of intelligent customer and mobility experiences. The company recently deployed AiMOGA robots during a major international sporting event, where humanoid robot “Mornine” and quadruped robot “Argos” served as intelligent service supporters, assisting with multilingual hosting, venue guidance, visitor interaction, and operational support. The deployment demonstrated how AI-powered robotics…
RIYADH — The Hijri year 1447 marked another remarkable chapter in Saudi Arabia’s development journey, reflecting achievements and progress across all sectors and at every level. These accomplishments have become a tangible and visible reality, embodied in growth, stability, prosperity, and advancement resulting from the wise decisions and sound directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. Guided by an ambitious vision, the Kingdom has witnessed a significant transformation in its development path, bringing about comprehensive and measurable change in the economy, public services, infrastructure and logistics, and various…